IBM Power S922 (9009-22A)
The 9009-22A reached its support transition. Compare its processor, IBM i limit, memory, storage, and I/O with Power 11 S1122.
The IBM Power S922 9009-22A reached its January 2026 support transition. Use the processor, four-core IBM i partition limit, memory, storage, adapters, and peak workload to size Power 11 S1122.
At a Glance
Structured Specifications
IBM Power S922 (9009-22A) specification summary
| Area | Detail |
|---|---|
| Family | Scale-out A-generation |
| IBM i processor ratings | EP18: 4 cores and 68,000 CPW; EP19: 4 cores and 60,000 CPW |
| Storage and I/O | 8 SFF-3 bays and up to 14.4 TB internal; expansion storage supported |
| PCIe | 5 PCIe Gen4 and 4 PCIe Gen3 adapter slots; up to 24 slots with an I/O drawer |
| Operating systems | IBM i, AIX, Linux, VIOS |
| Software tier | P10 |
IBM lists January 31, 2026 as the transition to end of support services for 9009-22A.
Build the S922 upgrade decision
Compare S1122
Start with the current S1122 configuration that supports the operating system and peak workload.
Carry the workload
Bring peak CPW or rPerf, active cores, memory, storage, adapters, and growth into the quote.
Check software
Confirm IBM i, AIX, Linux, VIOS, licensed products, and the target release before hardware is ordered.
Set the cutover
Define backup, testing, downtime, rollback, and application checks before support risk sets the date.
Price the S922 replacement
Use the Power 9 upgrade matrix to compare S1122, then request an IBM Power quote with the 9009-22A workload facts.
Sources
- 9009-22A model and processor details ... Midland Information Systems
- S922 9009-22A lifecycle ... IBM Support
- IBM i Platform Support Summary ... IBM Support
What does the IBM Power S922 cost?
A used S922 runs $8,000 for an EP16 four-core to $20,000 for an EP18 sixteen-core at Data Tech Computer, sold as AIX builds with a 60-day warranty.
Midland Information Systems' Power 9 page lists a configured S922 range of $20,600 to $52,000.
IBM's launch list price was $10,500 for a base system: one processor with no activations, 64 GB and 1.2 TB of disk. A single-core Solution Edition with flash and IBM i listed at $20,076.
Published IBM Power S922 prices and what each one includes
| Configuration | What it includes | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| EP16 4-core, used, AIX | AIX or Linux build, 60-day warranty | $8,000 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| EP19 10-core, used, AIX | AIX or Linux build, 60-day warranty | $9,500 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| EP18 8-core, used, AIX | AIX or Linux build, 60-day warranty | $10,000 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| EP19 20-core, used, AIX | AIX or Linux build, 60-day warranty | $14,000 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| EP18 16-core, used, AIX | AIX or Linux build, 60-day warranty | $20,000 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| Configured S922 range, 22A and 22G | Midland's published range for configured systems | $20,600 to $52,000 | Midland Information Systems, October 27, 2026 |
| IBM list at launch, base | One processor, no activations, 64 GB, 1.2 TB disk, network card | $10,500 | IT Jungle, July 20, 2020 |
| IBM list, Solution Edition, single core | One activated core, 1.6 TB flash, IBM i, users and tools | $20,076 | IT Jungle, July 20, 2020 |
What the software adds
Data Tech's posted S922 units are AIX builds. An IBM i S922 with a transferable entitlement is worth more than the same hardware without one, which is why the configured range runs well above the used AIX prices.
Where these prices come from
- Data Tech Computer, published used S922 systems for AIX checked October 27, 2026
- Midland Information Systems, IBM Power 9 page checked October 27, 2026
- IT Jungle: The Battle Of The Single-Core IBM i Machines July 20, 2020
Reference Documents
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Frequently Asked
What is 9009-22A?
9009-22A is the machine type-model for the original A-generation IBM Power S922 Power 9 server.